CVE-1999-0368

Summary

CVE-1999-0368 is a significant vulnerability affecting both wu-ftpd (wuarchive) and ProFTPD servers. This issue involves buffer overflows that can be exploited remotely, allowing malicious actors to gain root access to the affected system. This vulnerability, also known as "palmetto," has the potential to cause serious damage if exploited, making it a critical concern for organizations running FTP servers. It is essential for administrators to apply the available patches to mitigate this risk and secure their systems.

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